Abstract Microfragmented adipose tissue, commonly called MFAT, is a regenerative treatment made from a small amount of a patient’s own fat tissue. It may be considered for moderate-to-severe joint damage, cartilage injuries, chronic tendon problems, and larger partial soft-tissue tears that have not improved with basic conservative care. However, MFAT is not automatically better than platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, and it is not appropriate for every injury. This article explains when MFAT may be recommended after a motor vehicle accident or workplace injury, how it differs from PRP, and how integrative chiropractic care and rehabilitation may support recovery. It also explains the multidisciplinary approach used by Dr. Alexander Jimenez and Dr. Maria Guadalupe Cardenas at Injury Medical Clinic PA in El Paso, Texas. What Is Microfragmented Adipose Tissue? MFAT is prepared from a small amount of the patient’s own adipose (fat) tissue. The tissue is usually collected from the abdomen, side...
Abstract Motor vehicle accidents and work injuries can place sudden force on the neck or lower back. This force may strain a spinal disc, cause an annular tear, or push disc material outward. Common findings include disc protrusions, disc extrusions, and annular fissures. Many people improve with conservative treatment. However, care must match the injury, symptoms, physical examination, and MRI findings. Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, platelet-fibrin products, or PFP, and microfragmented adipose tissue, or MFAT, may be considered for selected patients. The evidence for these treatments is still developing, and results can vary. IV infusions may support hydration or correct a nutrient deficiency, but they do not directly repair a herniated disc. Integrative chiropractic care and rehabilitation may help improve movement, reduce muscle guarding, and rebuild strength as part of a medically supervised recovery plan. How Accidents Can Affect a Spinal Disc Spinal discs sit between the b...
